Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for certain crimes related to preventing access to a health care facility; enact. Amends sec. 13n, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13n). TIE BAR WITH: SB 154'25
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Overview
This bill amends Michigan criminal procedure guidelines to increase penalties for certain crimes related to preventing access to health care facilities. Specifically, it enhances sentencing for offenses such as the illegal sale or transfer of human organs, improper disposal of medical waste, and interfering with access to a health facility. The changes apply to a range of felonies outlined in the Michigan Compiled Laws related to public order, public safety, and public trust.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for the illegal sale or transfer of human organs.
- Enhances sentencing for improper disposal of medical waste.
- Increases penalties for interfering with access to a health facility, including causing bodily injury or death.
- Adds penalties for compounding pharmacy violations resulting in serious impairment or death.
- Increases penalties for possessing large quantities of ephedrine or pseudoephedrine used to manufacture methamphetamine.
- Addresses violations related to selling marihuana in violation of registry restrictions.
- Increases penalties for operating a medical marihuana facility without a license resulting in death or serious injury.
- Specifies penalties for falsifying information in health facility license applications.
Who is affected
- Individuals convicted of crimes related to healthcare access obstruction.
- Healthcare facilities and agencies.
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